Meguiar's or Porter Cable

[mcpp66]

Another question, if I am a swirl monster and want a 100% swirl-free finish, then I would want a more powerful DA? I also assume that a more powerful DA carries more risk of paint damage if it's not handled properly? I guess I'm looking for the best "middle-ground" option for swirl removal and safety to the paint.

[mcpp66]

Originally Posted by mcpp66

Okay, stupid question here............what is RIDS?

Nevermind, I just read the link in Mike's post.

[craigr]

Originally Posted by mcpp66

Another question, if I am a swirl monster and want a 100% swirl-free finish, then I would want a more powerful DA?

I don't think more powerful directly equates to better finish. It does however give you more options with regards to keeping larger pads rotating during correction and the amount of pressure your able to apply to the finish. You could achieve similar results with any of the machines listed but it will take you longer (working slower with smaller pads). If speed is your goal then take that into consideration.

Hope this helps
Craig

[Mike.Phillips@Autogeek]

Originally Posted by craigr

I don't think more powerful directly equates to better finish.

It does however give you more options with regards to keeping larger pads rotating during correction and the amount of pressure your able to apply to the finish.

You could achieve similar results with any of the machines listed but it will take you longer (working slower with smaller pads). If speed is your goal then take that into consideration.

Hope this helps
Craig

Correct. Well said.

[vwgtivw]

What about the Cyclo know one ever give the old Cyclo any love. The PC style machines are great but, for me it leaves me wanting more power and less vibration. So I moved up to the Cyclo which to me has a little more power than the old PC and a lot less vibration (using Edge pads)but no variable speed. But when I bought the Flex it was like heaven less vibration, more power and variable speed. The Flex does have its learning curve with its force rotation but it quick. So IMHO if detailing is truly something you like doing and money is no object I would get the Flex and if you are worried about pad options get The Edge adapter then you can go from 4" to 8" pads with a push of a button. Just my $.02.

[Nappers]

My only experience is with my G100.

It's taken me a while and I'm sure if I attended an Open Garage of some type I would have the long extenstion cord wrapped around my neck by Mike himself.....

But, I've conquered most of my inabilities with exception to patience. The G100 although the least strongest machine among them, it's a great learners tool and stronger than the 6" oribital found at most retail stores that have no correction power at all.

My G100 spins 6" pads great, it spins the Soft Buff 2.0 7" pads with the W68DA backing plate. I had problems with the pad using the W67DA backing plate and use that one with my older pads. I plan on using the W67DA with some 5.5" pads when I get them someday.....

The G100 is kinda noisy but not irratating, I have 4 girls and a boy in the middle so, a little machine noise is nothing.....

My G100 is a re-labeled PC 7335 which is in the same family as the 7336/7424.

It works great with some patience and learning of product use and on a prepped surface.

Polishing paint is a combination of several factors, paint condition, correct product use, patience, machine and pad selection and did I mention patience? Kind of like a computer, you don't have a fast computer simply by having the fastest processor, the video card, FSB, Memory and fast/large hard disk drive is what makes it fast (or not).

I like the PC brand but the Griots looks good too! I'm not sure I'm ready for the Flex or need a flex for my own hobby and a car here and there for cash.....

Some good choice here and really can't go wrong with them.

Keep reading reviews of people and Mike's write ups using the products and get your pocket book out!

Have fun!

Aaron

[tenorplayer23]

Mike, All,

I haven't read through all these responses nor all the various comparison threads/asks on the site, BUT, aside from the specs on these three machines, is there a significantly, noticeable difference between the different power level DA's? Aka, do you find that the Griot's actually has more torque than the PCXP in real correction work?? It's probably been answered somewhere................

Thx.

See ya.

Originally Posted by Mike.Phillips@Autogeek

Correct. Well said.

Originally Posted by craigr

I don't think more powerful directly equates to better finish. It does however give you more options with regards to keeping larger pads rotating during correction and the amount of pressure your able to apply to the finish. You could achieve similar results with any of the machines listed but it will take you longer (working slower with smaller pads). If speed is your goal then take that into consideration.

Hope this helps
Craig